UK OVERSEAS TERRITORIES CONSERVATION FORUM
Virtual Tours: Cayman Islands
The Full Tour
Map
Introduction
Features of Natural Interest
Features of Other Interest, including Cultural
Threats / Problems / Issues
Projects / Conservation Actions
Opportunities
Organisations and Links
Tour Selection
Introduction

More recently, Hurricane Paloma (November 2008) caused extensive damage in the Sister Islands, particularly on Cayman Brac. Although no lives were lost, the economic impact equated to over $150 million, and both homes and infrastructure were badly affected.

Damage caused by Hurricane Paloma


© Mangroveman (Resident of Cayman Brac)
(Introduction, 5 of 13 - Slide ref. 1043)